Med Surg / Telemetry RN
Peoria, IL
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Dec 7, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Med/Surg night shift position in a Level 1 trauma center requiring central line, tracheostomy, and chest tube experience.

Details

• Acute care Adult Medical Specialty Unit (AMSU) in a Level 1 trauma center
• 56-bed unit with private and semi-private rooms
• Nurse-to-patient ratios of 1:4-5 on days and 1:5-6 on nights
• Common diagnoses include cellulitis, sepsis, dehydration, electrolyte imbalances, syncope, anemia, uncontrolled diabetes, acute respiratory failure, liver failure, kidney failure, and behavioral health/addiction cases
• PCTs support the unit at a 1:8-10 ratio, assisting with vitals, accuchecks, bladder scans, and ADLs
• Dedicated charge RN on each shift who does not take a patient assignment
• House-wide telemetry monitored remotely with strips viewable on pack or computer using Phillips monitors
• RNs are not required to titrate drips, though common drips include Heparin and Lasix
• Uses EPIC EMR
• 12-hour night shifts, three 12s per week
• Every other weekend required (Fri/Sat for nights)
• Varying holiday requirements
• Floating required on a rotation basis to other acute care gen-med areas such as nephrology, neuro, ortho, and oncology
• No call or standby requirements

Requirements

• Active IL RN license or confirmation that application process has been initiated
• BLS (AHA) certification required
• Minimum 1 year of RN experience required
• BSN not required
• Experience with central lines, tracheostomies, and chest tubes required
• EPIC experience and MedSurg travel experience preferred, though Level 1 trauma center experience with EPIC may be considered in lieu of travel experience
• Must provide last 4 digits of SSN and middle initial for consideration
• Must pass a negative drug screen for all panels

Additional Information

• Provide direct patient care on a busy acute care Med/Surg unit within a Level 1 trauma facility
• Unit-specific orientation consists of 2-3 shifts
• Dress code requires professional scrubs in any color with no visible tattoos and no visible piercings except ears
• COVID vaccination is not required for this facility
• First-time travelers may be considered if they have Level 1 trauma center experience and EPIC proficiency
• Local candidates accepted, with local rate applying to those within 50 miles of the facility
• Requested time off must be submitted for consideration